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KR51 LHE

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2015
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

96,904 mi
Last recorded96,904 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR51 LHE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 6 Nov 2014 96,904 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 96,904 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 93,144 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 85,262 miles

slight corrision in rear exhaust box

Fail 27 Oct 2012 85,127 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

slight corrision in rear exhaust box

Pass 2 Dec 2011 77,211 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 77,185 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 10 Dec 2010 71,565 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 71,565 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 66,106 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 66,106 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 61,323 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2008 61,323 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Dec 2007 53,086 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 43,420 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

covers on sills

slight play in o/s of steering rack

Pass 12 Dec 2005 36,790 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?

Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
5,763
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
368,463
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63,616
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58,529
Stop lamp not working 50,991
Registration plate lamp not working 41,728
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 38,250
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KR51 LHE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 67,638 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz A-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63,616 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KR51 LHE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz A-class typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KR51 LHE?

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What year was KR51 LHE registered?

KR51 LHE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 December 2001.

Is KR51 LHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR51 LHE shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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